https://www.makeuseof.com Get the best Android apps and games. You'll also find tutorials about how to customize and master your Android smartphone, tablet, watch, or other Android device. Wed, 18 Oct 2023 20:00:32 GMT en-US hourly 60 Smartphones and the internet are made to grab your attention and keep you looking. Every new app wants you to spend more time on it. But we get it; you need your devices. They help with work, school, and staying connected. Unfortunately, spending too much time on them can make you feel tired, lose focus, and even mess up your sleep.

]]> Wed, 18 Oct 2023 20:00:32 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/achieve-digital-detox-goals/ Widgets have been part of Android since day one, and they remain one of the platform's most useful features. These tiny applets that you can place on your home screen are ideal for quick, at-a-glance information like weather updates. Sometimes they have buttons for controlling music or your phone's flashlight.

]]> Wed, 18 Oct 2023 18:45:31 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/tag/best-widgets-for-android/ Bluetooth trackers are handy for finding the items you lose regularly, such as your remote, keys, wallet, and so on. Small business owners have even been known to use them to find and reacquire high-value items that have been stolen. Convenient as Bluetooth trackers may be, they can also be used to stalk people.

]]> Wed, 18 Oct 2023 15:00:31 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/detect-unknown-bluetooth-trackers-android/ With so many fitness and workout apps available on the market, it is tricky to know which one will work best for you. A new wave of fitness apps that use AI and machine learning are adding to your choices.

]]> Wed, 18 Oct 2023 14:00:31 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/best-ai-fitness-apps/ RCS (Rich Communication Services) comes with many features to make the texting experience on Android better. It lets you communicate over the internet, or share files without incurring carrier charges or having to use a third-party messaging app.

]]> Tue, 17 Oct 2023 19:01:31 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/how-to-disable-read-receipts-rcs-android-samsung/ Search engines make it easy to find information or buy products, but what if you want to identify a picture you have? In these cases, reverse image search comes to the rescue. This powerful feature allows you to upload an image to search instead of entering text.

]]> Tue, 17 Oct 2023 16:01:31 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/tag/reverse-image-search-apps/ Smartphones have evolved to the extent that they can easily replace our PCs for day-to-day tasks such as email, video streaming, and web browsing. Regardless of your primary device, sooner or later, you will need to transfer files from your phone to a PC or vice versa.

]]> Tue, 17 Oct 2023 13:46:29 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/tag/5-ways-to-get-data-from-your-desktop-to-your-android/ A custom ROM is an aftermarket operating system based on Google's open-source Android code and is created by third-party developers. It offers a wide range of features and customization options unavailable in the stock ROM that comes pre-installed on your Android device.

]]> Mon, 16 Oct 2023 19:00:31 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/how-to-find-the-right-custom-rom-android/ Cell phones are expensive, and they’re not getting any cheaper. Buying a refurbished phone instead of a new one is a great way to get around that unfortunate trend, but it comes with some risks. Secondhand phones can pose significant security threats if you’re not careful.

]]> Mon, 16 Oct 2023 18:00:35 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/how-secure-is-refurbished-phone/ Disney+ subscribers can experience content in a new way with descriptive audio-enabled content.

]]> Mon, 16 Oct 2023 14:45:30 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/how-to-enable-disable-audio-descriptions-disney-plus/ Wondering how to see a Wi-Fi password on Android? Maybe you're connected to a network where you forgot the password, or want to check the password for a friend's network so you can connect another device to it.

]]> Mon, 16 Oct 2023 14:30:32 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/tag/how-to-view-passwords-for-saved-wi-fi-networks-on-android/ Being proficient in English writing and speaking skills is necessary to achieve success in your professional career. However, many people struggle to learn the English language and vocabulary effectively. You might face problems acquiring new words, recalling words you just learned, or worse—forgetting to use them often.

]]> Sun, 15 Oct 2023 20:45:31 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/tag/mobile-apps-learning-english/ In late 2016, Google began including its own Gboard as the default keyboard on Android phones, incorporating many of your favorite features from other keyboard apps. While it may be one of the best Android keyboards, it also has the potential to track everything you type. Google already knows a lot about you.

]]> Sun, 15 Oct 2023 13:45:30 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/tag/best-free-open-source-android-keyboards/ It can be tricky to manage the flood of notifications on your smartphone. Thankfully, there are notification manager apps designed to help you with handling incoming alerts. These apps offer a range of features to customize and prioritize your alerts.

]]> Sat, 14 Oct 2023 19:01:29 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/manage-notifications-android-apps/ All smartphones have a lithium-ion battery with a specified lifespan, measured in the number of full charge/discharge cycles it can go through before it starts to degrade. The average lifespan of a typical Li-ion battery is about 300 to 500 charge cycles, or about two to three years.

]]> Sat, 14 Oct 2023 13:00:32 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/protect-battery-samsung/ The Emergency Calls Only error on your Android phone can be annoying. It often occurs if you are out of the network coverage area or don't have a SIM card inserted in your phone.

]]> Fri, 13 Oct 2023 18:01:32 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/emergency-calls-only-error-android/ Is your Samsung phone recording short videos instead of taking a photo? In this case, you might've accidentally enabled the Motion Photo mode. This can be useful when taking photos of subjects that could move, blink, talk, or anything else that might negatively impact the shot.

]]> Fri, 13 Oct 2023 14:00:31 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/how-to-turn-off-motion-photo-samsung/ With millions of products to choose from, it's sometimes much easier to search storefronts on the Amazon app than sift through numerous search results. Amazon lets you browse through both influencer and regular storefronts.

]]> Thu, 12 Oct 2023 19:31:20 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/how-to-find-storefronts-amazon-app/ RAR files are one of the many file types you'll encounter when downloading large files over the internet. A RAR file is an archive format that can contain multiple separate files, but unlike PDFs, audio, and video files, you can't directly open RAR files on Android.

]]> Thu, 12 Oct 2023 18:01:35 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/how-to-open-rar-files-android/ If you're looking to connect your Galaxy phone to your Windows PC, you've probably already tried several solutions. However, unknown to many, Samsung offers a solution that's perhaps faster, more reliable, and more convenient.

]]> Thu, 12 Oct 2023 16:16:32 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/samsung-flow-connect-windows-galaxy/ Do you like to listen to songs on Apple Music before sleeping? If yes, then you've probably been looking for a way to automatically stop the music after you fall asleep.

]]> Thu, 12 Oct 2023 12:52:19 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/tag/how-to-set-a-sleep-timer-in-apple-music/ Google Photos has disrupted the cloud media backup industry. By offering online storage for photos and videos on your smartphone for free, the app is tempting for any Android (or even iPhone) user. An increasing number of Android phones only have the Photos app, with no other default gallery app pre-installed.

]]> Wed, 11 Oct 2023 17:45:31 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/tag/android-gallery-app-google-photos/ Looking after your mental health and wellness is important if you want to not only cope with everyday life but make the most out of it. If you fail to maintain your mental health and wellness you'll likely struggle to handle daily stressors—both at home and at work.

]]> Tue, 10 Oct 2023 16:45:31 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/best-mobile-apps-mental-wellness-courses/ Gone are the days when you just used Spotify to stream a song and go. The streaming app has evolved to include many helpful tools beyond building your music library and discovering new tunes.

]]> Tue, 10 Oct 2023 15:58:34 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/spotify-favorite-artists-profile-page-how-view/ With Samsung's latest phones adding tons of awesome features, more people are trading in their old smartphones for the company's innovative devices. If certain settings don't feel quite right on your brand-new Samsung phone, there's always a way to change them.

]]> Tue, 10 Oct 2023 15:46:29 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/tag/ways-customize-samsung-phone/ Today, there's more than one way to make a phone call. Sure, you can go the traditional route, or you can opt for alternative methods, like VoIP and VoLTE. These two communication protocols may work well for you, but they are not one and the same. There are key differences between VoIP and VoLTE to consider before trying either.

]]> Tue, 10 Oct 2023 11:15:29 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/volte-vs-voip-whats-the-difference/ If you need to find your property lines, you might be looking to hire a surveyor. Traditionally, this is the only way to figure out where your property lines begin and end. However, surveys are expensive—sometimes costing thousands of dollars. Maybe there is another way.

]]> Tue, 10 Oct 2023 10:00:30 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/how-to-find-property-lines-with-landglide-app-android-ios/ IBS or irritable bowel syndrome is a common condition that affects your gastrointestinal tract. Sadly, it is unclear what causes IBS, and it has no real cure, but it can be controlled by adjusting your diet and lifestyle.

]]> Mon, 09 Oct 2023 19:00:29 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/manage-track-ibs-mobile-apps/ The tasks today's smartphones perform are more demanding than ever, and to accommodate growing needs, processors have become more powerful and screens have gotten larger.

]]> Mon, 09 Oct 2023 13:45:31 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/tag/9-tips-extend-androids-battery-life/ It's been several years since Apple had the "courage" to get rid of the headphone jack. While the decision was quite controversial, other manufacturers eventually followed suit, and the 3.5 mm headphone jack has now been removed from most smartphones.

]]> Mon, 09 Oct 2023 12:41:10 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/tag/3-5mm-audio-jacks-successor-usb-type-c-audio/ On October 4, 2023, Google took the wraps off Android 14, internally called Upside Down Cake. This update stands out for its enhanced customization, extended battery life, and refined experience on large screens. However, it is worth noting that it brings subtle tweaks rather than the significant visual revamp seen in Android 12.

]]> Mon, 09 Oct 2023 11:10:29 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/android-14-missing-features/ With every new major Android version release, Google includes a hidden Easter egg in the operating system. Google started doing this in Android 2.3 Gingerbread and has never stopped.

]]> Mon, 09 Oct 2023 10:51:30 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/android-14-easter-egg/ Most Android TVs nowadays have a remote with limited buttons, making it hard to control your TV. Whether it's navigating your apps, changing your settings, or typing something, it can be annoying to use your TV's basic remote.

]]> Sun, 08 Oct 2023 19:45:27 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/how-to-use-iphone-android-tv-remote/ Duolingo is one of the world’s most popular language-learning apps, boasting dozens of millions of active monthly users. However, early in 2023, news broke that Duolingo had suffered a data breach that exposed the data of over 2.5 million users.

]]> Sun, 08 Oct 2023 16:00:28 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/hit-by-duoling-data-breach-what-to-do-next/ If you live in an area with minimal public transportation, chances are, you depend on a car to get you to where you need to be. Owning your own automobile brings with it a sense of independence; driving virtually any route, anywhere, on your own terms. But it's also dangerous.

]]> Sun, 08 Oct 2023 13:01:31 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/car-crash-detection-pixel-phone-android/ Between work, family, and other responsibilities, finding the time and motivation to exercise regularly can often feel like an uphill battle. However, with the right tools and strategies, you can transform your fitness journey into a well-organized, efficient, and achievable goal.

]]> Sat, 07 Oct 2023 14:46:27 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/how-to-optimize-fitness-journey-todoist/ We all look for a good deal when buying a new phone, checking its specs and features to see if it suits our needs. But very rarely do any of us plan for how long we want to actually keep our phones; we just upgrade when we think we need to.

]]> Sat, 07 Oct 2023 12:46:28 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/how-often-should-you-upgrade-your-phone/ Near Field Communication, known as NFC, may sound like a dry, technical specification. However, the applications of NFC are worth considering.

]]> Sat, 07 Oct 2023 11:15:29 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/tag/9-awesome-ways-use-nfc-thatll-impress-friends/ While you're probably used to your phone's caller ID letting you know who's calling, you may instead see a "scam likely" message in its place at times. Who is "scam likely," why are you seeing this, and how can you block these "scam likely" calls?

]]> Fri, 06 Oct 2023 17:00:34 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/tag/how-to-block-scam-likely-calls/ You wake up, and before your feet hit the ground, your fingers are itching to swipe, scroll, and tap around on the screen of your smartphone. Does this sound familiar? It's a routine many are guilty of—starting the day diving headfirst into the endless, and emotionally triggering, abyss of a smartphone.

]]> Fri, 06 Oct 2023 14:15:32 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/replace-morning-phone-scrolling-healthy-tech-habits/ One UI 6 is the latest major release of Samsung's Android skin for its Galaxy devices. Based on Android 14, the skin packs several new features and enhancements to deliver a better user experience, enabling Galaxy phones to stand out from the competition. Read on to learn about some of the top One UI 6 features.

]]> Fri, 06 Oct 2023 10:05:27 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/best-one-ui-6-features-samsung-galaxy/ Jealous of your iPhone-owning friends that are able to FaceTime with each other? Wondering how you can put FaceTime on your Android phone, or want to find an Android equivalent of FaceTime?

]]> Thu, 05 Oct 2023 15:00:31 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/tag/facetime-for-android/ Android always offers plenty of options for customization, allowing anyone to personalize their device in various ways. With Android 14, you can now easily customize your lock screen. You can change the clock style, color, and size, add shortcuts, and more. Read on to learn how to take advantage of this.

]]> Thu, 05 Oct 2023 14:05:30 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/customize-lock-screen-android-14/ Android 14 was officially released by Google in October 2023, with plenty of refinements meant to improve the user experience further. However, you will not quickly notice most of these refinements unless you dig into various sections of the operating system. One of the new additions in Android 14 is the predictive back animation.

]]> Thu, 05 Oct 2023 12:30:30 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/predictive-back-animations-android-14/ The Pixel 8 Pro and the iPhone 15 Pro Max are two of the best flagship phones you can buy right now; the former starts at $999 while the latter starts at $1,199. If you're not sure which one is right for you, we'll help you compare the two and check out their major differences.

]]> Thu, 05 Oct 2023 11:05:29 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/google-pixel-8-pro-vs-iphone-15-pro-max/ Google announced the first developer preview of Android 14 in February 2023. Since then, the OS has received several developer and beta builds focusing on bug fixes and enhancing overall stability.

]]> Wed, 04 Oct 2023 15:30:31 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/android-14-best-features/ The Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro are the latest smartphones from Google, and they come with a ton of new improvements beyond just iterative spec bumps. The phones are also slightly more expensive than their predecessors, costing $699 and $999, respectively.

]]> Wed, 04 Oct 2023 14:30:30 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/best-features-pixel-8-and-pixel-8-pro/ If you like installing and trying out new apps on your Android smartphone, it can start to get quite overwhelming. Whether you have a ton of them or only a few, everyone could use some help keeping their Android apps organized.

]]> Wed, 04 Oct 2023 13:45:28 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/how-to-organize-your-android-apps/ Android and Google TV are both from Google, but it's not easy to transfer files between the two platforms. Maybe Google expects that you won't need such functionality because there's no built-in solution as of writing. Thankfully, there are different third-party options that you can use if you want to transfer files between Google TV and your Android phone.

]]> Tue, 03 Oct 2023 19:01:30 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/how-to-transfer-files-between-android-phone-and-google-tv/ Your Android phone's limited storage can fill up quickly. And one cause of this that's easy to overlook is the stored information that apps regularly create to run at their best.

]]> Tue, 03 Oct 2023 18:00:31 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/tag/clear-cache-android/ Using the Google Play Store is pretty simple: you pop it open, search for the app you want to download, and install it on your device. That's about all there is to it.

]]> Mon, 02 Oct 2023 17:15:32 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/tag/change-country-region-google-play-store/ We depend on our devices for just about everything. Yet not all of us can access them in the same way. That's where accessibility options and, more specifically, Android's Accessibility Menu come into play. Let's look at what it's used for.

]]> Mon, 02 Oct 2023 15:00:34 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/accessibility-menu-android/ While you might not be able to install Bluestacks, there are a few fantastic methods you can use to run Android apps and games on your Linux PC. You can create an Android virtual machine, install Waydroid, emulate with Android Studio, or even purchase Genymotion and enjoy a highly supported emulation experience.

]]> Mon, 02 Oct 2023 14:45:30 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/tag/run-android-apps-games-linux/ Unfortunately, seniors' mental health often goes under the radar. However, senior mental health is so important, especially if you want to lead a healthy and happy life.

]]> Mon, 02 Oct 2023 13:30:30 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/mental-health-apps-for-seniors/ Do you suffer from tiredness, or lack the energy to get things done? Having a lack of motivation can lead to a slump in productivity levels. It can also make you more vulnerable to unhealthy habits. Thankfully, there are some habits to boost your energy and defeat blocks of tiredness.

]]> Sun, 01 Oct 2023 19:30:32 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/apps-tools-staying-energized-throughout-day/ Are you looking for more ways to work out from the comfort of home? Although riding a bike outside is usually a fun way to exercise, the weather might not always allow it. In this instance, the best cycling apps for indoor trainers can help you accomplish your fitness goals on your own schedule.

]]> Sun, 01 Oct 2023 18:00:32 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/best-indoor-cycling-apps/ While Android devices are smart enough that regular maintenance isn't necessary, it's still a good idea to perform a digital tune-up every once in a while.

]]> Sun, 01 Oct 2023 17:30:30 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/apps-that-clean-android-device-no-placebos/ Every year, Apple and Samsung try to one-up each other, bringing new innovations to their flagships. While both are highly competitive, the sales numbers make it clear that the iPhone is in a league of its own, topping the list of best-selling phones soon after a new launch.

]]> Sun, 01 Oct 2023 17:01:29 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/features-samsung-galaxy-ultra-needs-to-beat-iphone-pro/ So, you've recently received your new iPhone 15 Pro Max after spending a considerable chunk of your pay on this device. Naturally, you want to protect your investment, but, of course, you're not just going for any case. You want the best. That's why you look at one of the most established case makers—OtterBox.

]]> Sat, 30 Sep 2023 19:45:30 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/otterbox-symmetry-vs-commuter/ Samsung's long-running Galaxy Tab series continues to deliver some of the best Android tablets on the market. But Google's re-entry to the market means a formidable new competitor to Samsung's Galaxy tablets exists. The Galaxy Tab S9 and Google Pixel tablet are solid options for the best Android tablet but with slight differences.

]]> Sat, 30 Sep 2023 18:00:30 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/google-pixel-tablet-vs-samsung-galaxy-tab-s9/ Short Messaging Service (SMS) has been a staple of mobile communication since the 1990s, when it was rolled out commercially on cellular networks around the world.

]]> Sat, 30 Sep 2023 17:00:39 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/still-using-sms-stop/ If you're anything like me, a good night's sleep has become somewhat of a luxury. As society's collective cry for restful sleep grows louder, the app market has seen an influx of tools promising to be the remedy for such restless nights.

]]> Sat, 30 Sep 2023 16:30:33 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/insomnia-coach-app-improving-sleep-hygiene/ Google Podcasts has been the one-stop destination for many podcast listeners since its launch in 2018. However, Google has been increasingly shifting its focus towards YouTube Music. The platform offers all the functionality of Google Podcasts with the added benefit of offering video support.

]]> Sat, 30 Sep 2023 10:15:31 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/google-podcasts-alternatives/ While the perfect playlist makes for a great companion during an intense gym session, long road trip, or weekend getaway, that's not all you need. A reliable internet connection can make or break your music streaming experience.

]]> Sat, 30 Sep 2023 10:15:31 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/how-to-download-music-youtube-music/ Android's autocorrect feature can be both a blessing and a curse. One minute, it'll save you from an embarrassing typo in a message to your boss. The next, you'll be left blushing as you send something wholly inappropriate to a family member.

]]> Fri, 29 Sep 2023 18:45:34 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/tag/fix-turn-off-autocorrect-android/ When you receive a call from a number you don't recognize, what do you do? Answer it? Ignore it? Send it to voicemail? If you own a Pixel phone, there's another option: Android call screening.

]]> Fri, 29 Sep 2023 15:00:37 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/android-call-screening/ Oh, that infernal alarm clock. We need it, but we hate it. And we hate it even more when it doesn't wake us up properly. If you need to guarantee that you'll wake up on time, you need one of these evil alarm clock apps.

]]> Fri, 29 Sep 2023 10:16:30 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/tag/evil-alarm-clock-apps-guaranteed-wake-up/ In the constantly changing world of music streaming, Spotify is constantly coming up with new and creative methods to improve its positioning in the market. A great example is Spotify Jam.

]]> Fri, 29 Sep 2023 10:00:28 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/how-to-start-a-spotify-jam-listen-to-music-friends/ Getting out and enjoying an event with friends is one of the best ways to make lifelong memories. No matter what your budget is, there's always some sort of entertainment available—finding it has always been the difficult part.

]]> Thu, 28 Sep 2023 19:46:29 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/mobile-apps-for-nearby-events/ Google's Pixel Watch is one of the many smartwatches on the market that offer a variety of tracking functionality that enables you to work out smartly and efficiently. However, before you engage in water sports like swimming, you should ensure that your smartwatch companion is waterproof or, at the least, water-resistant to avoid water damage.

]]> Thu, 28 Sep 2023 15:00:29 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/is-google-pixel-watch-waterproof/ Most people have been told at some point to eat a healthy and “sustainable” diet—one that prioritizes your health and the planet. As food production is responsible for approximately a third of all greenhouse gas emissions globally (which drive climate change), this can seem like a fair request. Yet, the advice you're given to eat a sustainable and healthy diet can be unattainable for many people, primarily due to food costs, food availability, or personal dietary requirements.

]]> Wed, 27 Sep 2023 19:30:29 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/technology-eating-healthy-sustainable-easier/ VoLTE (Voice Over LTE) is a useful feature available on most modern smartphones. As the name suggests, VoLTE is a voice call made over a 4G LTE network. You can place a call via your LTE network instead of using the "standard" network.

]]> Wed, 27 Sep 2023 16:31:27 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/what-is-volte/ Typing on Android may not be as easy and fun if you're not content with the built-in keyboard that your phone ships with. In Android, customization is key, and one of the most personal and integral aspects of your mobile experience is your keyboard.

]]> Wed, 27 Sep 2023 14:00:27 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/best-keyboard-apps-for-android/ When Opera GX launched for mobile devices, it promised lightning-fast internet browsing and loading speeds. Opera delivered on its promise to an extent, but that doesn't mean you can't tweak your Android devices or the Opera GX app to make it even faster.

]]> Tue, 26 Sep 2023 15:00:31 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/speed-up-opera-gx-android/ If you're struggling to write your book on paper, using an app to craft your story can benefit your productivity and help you stay organized. In this article, we'll explore the best book-writing apps for Android.

]]> Mon, 25 Sep 2023 14:00:28 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/book-writing-apps-android/ The ZIP file format allows you to compress large files and folders into a single smaller file. You can then extract these files whenever you need to use them. Creating ZIP files is easy and you can do it on whichever device you have—including your Android phone.

]]> Sun, 24 Sep 2023 13:00:27 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/how-to-create-a-zip-file-android/ If you haven't got an iPhone, chances are you're using a Samsung Galaxy instead. This line of smartphones has become incredibly popular over the years and is now the second-most popular choice next to Apple's iPhone range. But not all Samsung Galaxy phones are a hit. In 2023, there are a couple of notable examples you might want to think twice about.

]]> Sun, 24 Sep 2023 12:30:30 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/worst-samsung-phone-to-buy/ Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 5 has various enhancements to its predecessor. Specifications-wise, the Z Fold 5 is undoubtedly a solid foldable smartphone. Nonetheless, with its $1,800 price tag, you should be concerned about the device's durability.

]]> Sat, 23 Sep 2023 19:01:26 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/is-samsung-galaxy-z-fold-waterproof/ In 2008, the first Android smartphone launched. Since then, it's become one of the biggest names in the tech industry, with billions of customers worldwide. You'll see Android software in some of the best phones, tablets, and TVs on the market today, but things haven't always been plain sailing.

]]> Sat, 23 Sep 2023 11:00:27 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/15-years-of-android/ Sites that implement mobile responsive design make it possible and easy for you to access a mobile-friendly version of their sites. Nearly all modern websites do this. But sometimes, you may need to view or use the desktop version of a site. In that case, what can you do—especially if your computer is miles away?

]]> Fri, 22 Sep 2023 20:15:26 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/how-to-view-desktop-version-of-any-site-on-mobile/ For people who are hard of hearing or deaf, noticing important sounds like a knock at the door can be a challenge. Android phones can make this hurdle easier to manage thanks to a feature called Sound Notifications. It turns real-world sounds into visual notifications on your phone. Let's take a closer look.

]]> Fri, 22 Sep 2023 14:01:26 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/sound-notifications-android/ We got our first glimpse at Samsung’s ambitions for the foldable smartphone only four years ago. In the years since, we’ve seen massive interest in this form factor, with companies like Oppo, Xiaomi, Vivo, and even Google making their own. With that initial Galaxy Fold, Samsung was determined to be the pioneer of the industry. But now, in 2023, with its Galaxy Z Fold5, it appears the company is seemingly comfortable in its reign as the industry leader, giving what seems to be an iterative update over the Fold4—which was already just a marginal improvement over the Fold3.

]]> Fri, 22 Sep 2023 13:15:26 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/samsung-galaxy-fold5-review/ Physical SIM cards from most service providers come locked by default. You need to enter a PIN (Personal Identification Number) to unlock and use them on your phone. When you enter the wrong PIN, you typically have two more attempts before the SIM card locks you out.

]]> Fri, 22 Sep 2023 10:31:25 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/how-to-find-your-sim-cards-puk-code/ Android devices have come a long way, even as far as replacing laptops and desktops for everyday tasks like taking notes. But even now, with all the advancements made, Android phones still lag in one critical area: typing.

]]> Thu, 21 Sep 2023 14:46:27 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/tag/how-to-connect-a-usb-android-keyboard/ If you're running out of space on your phone, one simple fix is to go through all your apps and uninstall the ones you rarely use. But this is time-consuming and also inconvenient when you can't decide which apps to get rid of.

]]> Thu, 21 Sep 2023 11:30:26 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/auto-archive-apps-android-play-store/ Our awesome Android devices let us do so much these days—work, play, create, communicate, and many more activities.

]]> Wed, 20 Sep 2023 18:00:31 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/security-threats-android-users-face-this-year/ Adulthood is great and all, but do you remember when you were a young, curious, carefree child? Do you want to bring back that childlike wonder into your life and become a better adult? Adults indeed have a lot to teach young children, but there is so much you can still learn from kids, including some powerful life lessons.

]]> Wed, 20 Sep 2023 16:15:27 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/digital-tools-learning-life-lessons-kids/ You have a photo on your Android phone or tablet, and you need to get it onto your PC. But how do you do this? As it turns out, you have several options, such as cables, cloud software, and even apps. Put simply, transferring files from Android to a Windows PC isn't difficult. Here's everything you need to know about moving files from your Android phone to your PC.

]]> Wed, 20 Sep 2023 14:45:30 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/tag/transfer-files-android-pc/ Pokémon GO allows you to see Pokémon and Gyms around you in real-time, so you can defeat or catch them to complete your Pokédex. But the app completely relies on your GPS location to work. If your Pokémon GO app is showing the GPS Signal Not Found (11) error, your game is rendered totally unplayable.

]]> Tue, 19 Sep 2023 16:31:35 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/pokemon-go-how-to-fix-gps-not-found-error/ Communicate with your fellow riders, browse events, and receive recommended rides with the Zwift Companion app. If you’re already using Zwift, then this complementary app makes the experience even more personalized and interactive.

]]> Tue, 19 Sep 2023 15:45:35 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/zwift-companion-app-better-indoor-cycling/ Copying and pasting is one of the most basic tasks you can do on your Android device. It allows you to move text, images, contacts, or any other content from one place to another.

]]> Tue, 19 Sep 2023 14:01:27 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/how-to-copy-paste-android/ Do you ever catch yourself in the act of judging yourself much more harshly for your faults and failings than you ever do others? This self-destructive tendency is all too common in people dealing with mental health issues.

]]> Mon, 18 Sep 2023 19:30:27 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/apps-online-resources-practicing-self-compassion/ Google finally launched its debut smartwatch in 2022 alongside the Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro. Although its sleek and minimal design was highly commended, its sloppy performance and poor battery life held reviewers back from recommending it against better alternatives.

]]> Mon, 18 Sep 2023 11:31:26 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/pixel-watch-2-overview/ There's no worse feeling than waking up late for an important meeting or sleeping in for far too long. Luckily, the clock app that comes pre-installed on your device has all the features to ensure you're always on time.

]]> Sun, 17 Sep 2023 18:00:25 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/how-to-set-an-alarm-android-samsung/ Most people use the incognito browsing mode when they want to keep their browsing history private. But did you know that incognito mode isn't actually private?

]]> Sun, 17 Sep 2023 15:00:24 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/delete-incognito-history/ The ancient practice of using music and sound tones to help with stress relief is evident throughout history, from the chants used by founders and early practitioners of the world’s main religions to the modern scientific practice of sound therapy.

]]> Sat, 16 Sep 2023 18:01:24 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/apps-use-solfeggio-frequency-stress-relief-relaxation/ The iPhone 15 Pro is the latest and greatest phone from Apple, and it comes with quite a few nifty improvements over its predecessor, which introduced the Dynamic Island and changed the face of the iPhone.

]]> Sat, 16 Sep 2023 15:00:25 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/iphone-15-pro-vs-samsung-galaxy-z-flip-5-comparison/ Many people spend extensive time on digital screens, whether that’s working a 9-to-5 computer-based job, scrolling social media, or gaming. Thanks to regular extended screen use, digital eye strain—aka computer vision syndrome (CVS)—is something many are at risk of.

]]> Fri, 15 Sep 2023 20:00:25 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/aoa-blink-land-game-protect-eyes-strain/ Touch controls for mobile games aren't always great. Perhaps they're poorly implemented, or maybe your device doesn't handle multitouch well. The solution? Play Android mobile games with a game controller!

]]> Fri, 15 Sep 2023 14:46:27 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/tag/how-to-connect-a-game-controller-to-android-for-console-like-gameplay-si/ If you don't like the default text messaging app on your Android device, it's super easy to change. There are lots of great alternatives out there, and thanks to the customizable nature of Android, it's simple to switch over. Let's take a look at some of the best alternative SMS app options out there.

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